It has been 13 years since the last weight loss drug was approved by the FDA. This summer, we have two. To date, not many weight loss drugs have been made available by prescription.  Phentermine has been on the market since 1959. Although most of you would better remember when it was combined with Wyeth’s fenfluramine in […]

It’s that time again, so don’t add to the stress of this often ho-hum conundrum of what to make for lunch. Use this meal as an opportunity to get extra servings of fruits and vegetables in. For a vested interest, have your child take part in packing their lunch. Kids are more likely to eat […]

Since the recent study published in Atherosclerosis entitled “Egg Yolk Consumption and Carotid Plaque,” the media has been all a buzz about vilification of the egg yolk, calling it just as harmful as smoking cigarettes. Some headlines include: “Study: Eggs are Nearly as Bad for You as Smoking Cigarettes,” and “Egg Yolks MORE Dangerous Than […]

Many moms have good intentions of exercising during baby’s naps, but oftentimes self care gets put on the back burner.  If you find yourself struggling to get your workouts in, try using your baby, stroller, and a little bit of gravity. I recently spoke to the Morris Plains Mom’s Club about prioritizing health, and would […]